Great public spaces emerge when people choose to be there: although physical texture, human scale, visual detail, and beauty all work together to produce an engaging atmosphere, it must be coupled with opportunities for use and occupation to become successful and integral to the fabric of a city. The revitalized Constitution Gardens will retain its original purpose as a pastoral setting for recreation, but it will offer new possibilities for everyday use and special events.

A new north-facing grass amphitheater with stage and electrical infrastructure will accommodate an audience of several thousand and, when not in use, become a coveted picnicking spot.

At the west end of the lake, the existing food kiosk will be removed in order to open up views across the lake and allow for more flexibility in programming. Movable seating, tents, or food or equipment rental carts will allow the space to accommodate both everyday functions and special events.

An underwater ring wall in the east side of the lake can be frozen for ice skating or set up as a platform for model boating depending on the season. Skate and model-boat rentals will be provided at the pavilion.